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Showing posts with label Synth Books. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Synth Books. Show all posts

Saturday, July 05, 2025

The Museum of Synthesizer Technology BOOK, 1994, 118 Full Color glossy pages.

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"The Museum of Synthesizer Technology (synthesizer book) written by Martin Newcombe. Martin created this awesome synthesizer book, a true labor of love, due to his strong interest in Analog Synthesizers created in that golden age of electronic music. Many of us identify with it. It is a rare, limited edition, paperback book with a 1994 copyright, 118 large, full color, glossy pages, printed on high quality paper stock. Contains many photos of those Legendary and Iconic Synthesizers that we all love. Excellent Condition. Long out of print. Not signed. Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, New. I had extras or else I would not sell this one. This is a top ten synthesizer book and worthy in the most comprehensive synth book libraries. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

The Whole Synthesizer Catalogue, Tom Darter, Keyboard Mag, 158 pages, 1985

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"The Whole Synthesizer Catalogue BOOK. Edited by Tom Darter from the pages of Keyboard Magazine. It is a large paperback book with a 1985 copyright and 158 pages. Excellent condition. Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, no stains, USED. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

The Art of Electronic Music

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"The Art of Electronic Music BOOK. By Tom Darter, Greg Armbruster, with foreward by Bob Moog. It is a rare, large, paperback book with a 1984 copyright and 315 pages. Very good to excellent condition. Tight spine. This is another must have book for the synthesizer book library. Not a library copy. One small mark out inside front cover, Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, no stains, USED. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

Wednesday, July 02, 2025

Delton T. Horn Electronic Music Synthesizers Paperback First Edition 1980

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Troubleshooting & Repairing Electronic Music Synthesizers Book by Delton T. Horn

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"This book is a must-have for anyone interested in electronic music or repairing synthesizers. It provides detailed information on troubleshooting and repairing various models of synthesizers. The author, Delton T. Horn, has years of experience in this field and shares his knowledge in a clear and concise manner. The book covers a wide range of topics, including repairing analog and digital synthesizers, troubleshooting common problems, and maintaining your synthesizer to prevent future issues. Whether you are a musician or a repair technician, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to get the most out of their synthesizer."

The Development and Practice of Electronic Music

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"Electronic Music Book. The Development and Practice of Electronic Music by John H. Appleton and Ronald C. Perera. Copyright 1975. Has 384 pages, tons of information. This book is rare, hard cover, with dust cover, not a library copy. Hard cover in very good condition with dust cover in fair condition. This book belongs in a comprehensive electronic music book library. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

Synthesis by Herbert A. Deutsch

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"Synthesis (synthesizer book) written by Herbert A. Deutsch. Ever hear of him? Lol. Herbert worked with Bob Moog in the early days of the development of the Moog Modular synthesizer. It is a rare paperback book with a 1976 copyright and 140 pages. Very good condition for age. It’s 49 years old, almost half a century. Vintage original, no writing, no highlights, no stains, USED. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

The Complete Guide To Synthesizers by Devarahi

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"The Complete Guide to Synthesizers by Devarahi. A defacto standard synth book for the synthesizer book library. 1982 copyright, paper back with 214 pages lots of pics and an Addendum dedicated to the legendary Arp 2600. Covers many classic, big league, iconic analog and digital synthesizers. Book is used however in good condition. Fun to read about that wonderful golden age of the mighty analog synths. Many of us lived it. Time keeps on slipping into the future."

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Friendly Stories about Computers / Synthesizers John Simonton Jr., PAIA

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"Friendly Stories about Computers / Synthesizers - by John Simonton, Jr. PAiA Electronics founder. Subtitled: WHY Microprocessors are the greatest thing to happen to electronic music since voltage control and HOW to apply them. 72 pages of articles from Polyphony Magazine. Mainly deals with their 4700 series computer interface. Has a lot of 6502 assembly language listings. This is a great walk down memory lane of the very early days of microcomputer controlled synthesizers.

FREE bonus - 1989 PAiA 12 page catalog - MIDI SMPL Modules, Studio Equipment, Guitar Effects. Books Kits and More."

Thursday, May 15, 2025

1978-79 Roland “The Synthesizer” Book Collection

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Monday, May 12, 2025

1976 “Synthesis” Book By Herbert A. Deutsch

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"Vintage groundbreaking book by Herbert A. Deutsch. Synthesis a History,Theory ,Practice and Music. This 1976 guide is in very good condition. Exterior cover and rear show some slight wear. Spine is strong. Pages are white and bright. See photos"

Monday, April 28, 2025

Introduction to KORG Sound Synthesize Dr. Korg’s Synthe Guide Book from Japan

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No mention of the General Catalog in the listing. Contact the seller on eBay if interested.

Thursday, April 17, 2025

EML Electrocomp Synthesizer Primer

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Wednesday, April 16, 2025

ARP Sequencer Original Owners Manual Instruction Book

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Friday, April 11, 2025

Oberheim OB-Xa Program Patches Booklet 1982

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Friday, April 04, 2025

Korg PS-3200 Original Manual's (3)

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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"Very rare vintage Original Korg PS-3200 Synthesizer Owners Manual + Setting-Charts &+ Service Manual. This is a must-have for any vintage synthesizer/Korg collector as these are getting very hard/impossible to find these days. This original Korg Manual has no highlighting, underlining or any stamps in it. This original Manual is in very good condition, see the picture's for more detail."

Oberheim 4-Voice Original Owners Manual-'70s

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VEMIA is Peter Forrest's auction house. He is the author of The A-Z of Analogue Synthesizer Books.

"Very rare vintage original Oberheim 4-Voice Synthesizer Manual from the 70's. This is a must-have for any vintage synthesizer/Oberheim collector as these are getting very hard/impossible to find these days. This original Oberheim Manual has no highlighting,underlining or any stamps in it.This original Manual is in very good condition, see the picture's for more detail."

Thursday, March 27, 2025

New Scan of the 1984 Synthesizer And Electronic Keyboard Handbook

This one is in via Loscha

"Learn about electronic musical instruments! Learn some Music Theory! Look at pictures of stuff that plugs into other stuff!

Learn about the next big thing in music studios - MIDI!!!"

You can also find it at https://archive.org/...

You can find physical copies on Amazon here.

Sunday, March 23, 2025

LSPXPO 2025: Synth Evolution's Vintage Synthesizer Illustrations


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"At the LSPXPO 2025, we met Oli Freke from *Synth Evolution*, who shares his passion for synthesizers through his unique illustrated books and posters. They're great. (We have a poster on the wall at the Sonic office ;-)

More Info:
https://www.synthevolution.net/"

Saturday, March 15, 2025

Korg Trident polyphonic synthesizer owner's manual

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"Original owner's manual for the Korg Trident... It's written in English / German / French and contains 61 pages with all information about this synth."

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